About this role
FRA Apprentice
Job Purpose: The R2P Trainee Specialist supports the Accounts Payable process of assigned businesses ensuring quality, timeliness and effectiveness. This role will be required to work in multiple shift timings (including night shift).
Major Accountabilities: Service Delivery: Supports transitions and knowledge transfer. Provides services at expected levels with a clear customer service and escalates exceptions. Corresponds to internal and external inquiries. Manage day-to-day activities (modules to be assigned):
Accounts Payable: Processing of PO and non-PO invoices, Credit Notes and Down Payments processing; Timely resolution of Invoices which have a price and quantity deviations and follow-ups including debit balances; Ensuring controls are in place and supports Payment Proposal reviews; Oversight of Goods Receipt / Invoice Receipt and timely clearing; Attend and resolve supplier inquiries via emails and calls.
Compliance: Ensure all processes, policies and procedures are clearly defined, fully documented.
Role Dimensions: Number of associates: None. Financial responsibility: Indirect. Impact on the organization: Low.
Key Performance Indicators: KPIs will be outlined in detail in the goal sheet.
Ideal Background:
Education
- Minimum: University degree, preferably Bachelor of Accounting / Commerce.
Experience
- Preferable - 0-1 years of relevant experience with an outsourcing or financial service organization. Experience supporting shared service functions desirable. Languages: Minimum: English (written and spoken). Specific Professional Competencies: Ability to work in strict deadlines; Positive attitude with a focus on continuous process improvement; SOX knowledge and clarity about accounting internal controls/audit; Excellent MS Office skills and SAP knowledge is an added advantage.